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Tinubu Welcomes Indian PM Modi for Historic Visit to Strengthen Ties
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warmly welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Nigeria on his first official visit.
The visit is significant as it marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister has stepped on Nigerian soil since 2007, signaling a renewed commitment to deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
Tinubu shared the news through his official X handle, expressing excitement about the historic occasion.
He described the visit as an opportunity to expand the strategic partnership between Nigeria and India and strengthen collaboration in vital areas such as trade, technology, energy, and education.
“I look forward to welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his first visit to Nigeria, which is also the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to our dear country in 17 years.
Our discussions will aim to broaden our strategic partnership and foster cooperation in critical sectors.
Welcome to Nigeria, PM Modi,” Tinubu stated.
Prime Minister Modi arrived in Abuja early on Sunday with his delegation, where he was met with enthusiasm from Nigerian officials and citizens alike.
Modi’s visit highlights India’s ongoing efforts to enhance relations with African countries, particularly Nigeria, which is one of India’s most important trade and investment partners on the continent.
The visit sets the stage for high-level discussions between the two leaders, focusing on strengthening economic ties.
India is one of Nigeria’s largest trading partners, with significant investments in the oil and gas sector.
However, this visit aims to expand their partnership into emerging areas like renewable energy, digital technology, and infrastructure development.
Both leaders are expected to deliberate on ways to enhance education and healthcare collaboration.
Nigeria, with its young and dynamic population, presents an ideal partner for India, a country known for its advancements in technology, medicine, and skill development.
An update has been shared on the burnt building at Balogun Market on Lagos Island, as it was revealed that a man was rescued 11 days after the building caught fire.
According to reports, the man was found alive on January 6, 2026, after being discovered under the rubble of the collapsed structure.
The survivor has since been taken for proper medical care, while further details are yet to be released.
Meanwhile, passersby and market traders have expressed concern, fearing that more people may still be trapped alive inside the building.
It has been reported that Anthony Joshua has officially been discharged from the hospital following the terrible car crash that claimed the lives of his two closest friends and supporters.
The boxing star was deemed stable enough to go home after the accident. After his discharge, he visited the funeral to pay his respects and see the bodies of his two friends.
Many have expressed grief and offered their support to the boxing star, praying that he will be able to find peace, as grief will undoubtedly be one of the most painful challenges he will face in life.
It has been shared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is calling on the federal government to suspend the tax law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
This was revealed in a statement released by Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP. He stated that this new law shows how Nigerians and the masses will be affected, arguing that the government is prioritizing finance over security and other pressing matters.
“Rather than address these issues comprehensively, the Presidency has consciously minimized them and instead insisted that the commencement date must stand, despite the discrepancies,” the party said, adding that this “clearly shows where the priority of the government lies between Nigerians and money.”
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